"I think there still may be something that happens," said Amaro. "But who knows. A lot depends on what teams need maybe in the next five or six days. We've been in contact with some clubs."

Despite Amaro's comments, it's hard to believe the Phillies will be involved in much of anything before the Aug. 31 deadline. Marlon Byrd, possibly the most attractive piece was claimed on waivers earlier this month and wasn't traded, so he can't be dealt.

Jonathan Papelbon is one player that made it through waivers - and the Phillies would like to move him - but it still doesn't look like teams are too keen on acquiring him.

Amaro was asked about Papelbon but he avoided any speculation.

"I'm not going to get into specifics," said Amaro.

Amaro also talked about other topics Monday, including manager Ryne Sandberg.

Sandberg hasn't had the easiest job this year and things got tougher with a few players questioning his decisions this past week. So to this point, what exactly does Amaro think of Sandberg's performance?

"It's incomplete so far because the season is not over," said Amaro. "He was given a tough task right out of the chute. There was an expectation for us to win. We have a lot of veterans who were, in some cases, underperforming. We had some young guys we were giving opportunities who we expected more from. It's been challenging for him. It's a great learning experience for him. He's still learning and learning different ways to motivate and move the club forward. He's addressing things. He's learning how to handle the players on a daily basis. He's utilizing the staff well. We still have over a month to go. I'll know more about how he's done. So far I'm pleased with how he's handled things."